In an hour my father had drawn up the following document:--

TERMS OF AGREEMENT FOR MY SON'S RESIDENCE UPON JETHOU FOR 12
MONTHS.

My son Harry wishes to live the life of a Crusoe or Hermit, on the
Island of Jethou for twelve months, and to this I agree only on
his signifying his willingness to abide by the terms stated in this
agreement.

1. He shall allow no one to land on the island.

2. Shall not himself land upon any of the surrounding islands
(rocks which are uninhabited excepted).

3. Shall not speak to a living soul during the course of his
self-exilement.

4. Shall obtain no stores nor goods of any kind from any other
island, nor from any passing vessel.

5. Shall hold no communication with anyone, in any way:--

(_a_) Either ashore or afloat.

(_b_) Except in case of sickness, accident, detrimental to limb or
life, or

(_c_) In other case of dire necessity.